Black Friday Night Bites!

After a two year, 24 game winning streak, our Boise State Broncos suffered the agony of De-feet. Ranked 4th in the nation, heading for the national championship, it was a heartbreaking finish for the proud and astonished Bronco Nation.

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Boise State Broncos kicker Kyle Brotzman #35 reacts after missing a field goal in overtime against the University of Nevada at Mackay Stadium in Reno, NV on Friday night Nov. 26. The Nevada wolfpack won the game.

Brotzman's two missed kicks was shocking because he is a phenomenal kicker, but that wasn't the only loosing factor in the Black Friday game his teammates were quick to acknowledge.

Big fans of the Broncos here, they will continue to make us proud along with our famous potatoes. We may be down cause we got bashed, but true to the Idahoan spirit, we dined on

Mashed Potatoes With a Kick

along with grilled ribs this weekend.

My good friend Marj first shared this recipe with me several years ago. They are creamy with a little bite, a perfect stand alone side-dish. There's no cover-up needed here!

By now, you know the drill, wash and peel 10 big Idaho russets, then cube them up...cook till tender.

Drain well. Whip 'em up with cream cheese, butter salt and pepper and give 'em a little kick, horseradish...add a little cream for a creamy consistency if desired!

Pile 'em high for those that need some creamy, dreamy, love.

Mine are going out with hugs to Kyle Brotzman!

Mashed Potatoes With a Kick

• 10 medium potatoes (3 pounds), peeled and cubed
• 1 (8oz.) package cream cheese
• 1/4 cup butter, cubed
• 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• a little cream if desired
  

Place potatoes in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain. In a large bowl, mash potatoes with remaining ingredients. Makes 8 servings.

Sending love to our beloved Broncos,
still making Idahoans proud!

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